12.03.2025
SLA shortlisted to reimagine the Runway at YZD
We are super excited to share that we have been shortlisted for The Runway at YZD Design Competition in Downsview, Toronto – along with a strong field consisting of CCxA, Field Operations, MVVA, and Sasaki selected amongst 47 international applicants.
The Runway at YZD presents a rare opportunity to transform the 2.1 km former Downsview Runway into a defining, iconic public space at the heart of Toronto’s evolving urban landscape and the signature feature of the 370-acres YZD development.
“The Runway must become an extraordinary centrepiece for the YZD, a magnet for the region, and a bold statement to the world. By turning its transportation infrastructure into social infrastructure, we can transform The Runway into a whole new form of public space encompassing all the social, ecological, historical, creative, and deeply human experiences and values of the YZD”
— Rasmus Astrup, Design Principal & Partner
We are honoured to continue our work with Downsview since winning the international framework competition as Lead Landscape Architects in 2019.
We cannot wait to explore this transformative project together with client Northcrest and our amazing team: Gehl, PCA-Stream, Trophic Design, AKT II, AOA, Art+Public, HR&A, and Level Playing Field.
Read more about The Runway at YZD competition here.
08.10.2026
The Danish Arts Foundation awards Lifetime Honours to Stig L. Andersson
The Danish Arts Foundation has decided to award its Lifetime Honourary Grant to SLA’s founder Stig L. Andersson. The Lifetime Honourary Grant is awarded to artists and architects who have made an exceptional contribution to Denmark’s arts and cultural life.
15.07.2026
Introducing: Expo Valley Sanctuary
At the heart of Expo City Dubai, we are creating Expo Valley Sanctuary: a 107,000 m² living nature sanctuary that redefines what urban development can be in the UAE.
21.04.2026
Team SLA wins The International Quarter in Esbjerg
We are excited to share that Team SLA has won the project to design the new green heart of The International Quarter in Esbjerg.